KEMPPI Minarc 150 Welding Machine Instruction Manual
- June 5, 2024
- KEMPPI
Table of Contents
1910150 R07
Minarc
150, 151, 150 VRD 120 AU, 150 AU
OPERATING MANUAL
PREFACE
GENERAL
Congratulations on choosing the Minarc equipment. Used correctly, Kemppi products can significantly increase the productivity of your welding, and provide years of economical service.
This operating manual contains important information on the use, maintenance
and safety of your Kemppi product. The technical specifications of the
equipment can be found at the end of the manual.
Please read the manual carefully before using the equipment for the first
time. For your own safety and that of your working environment, pay particular
attention to the safety instructions in the manual.
For more information on Kemppi products, contact Kemppi Oy, consult an
authorised Kemppi dealer, or visit the Kemppi web site at
www.kemppi.com.
The specifications presented in this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
Important notes
Items in the manual that require particular attention in order to minimise
damage and personal harm are indicated with the ‘NOTE!’ notation. Read
these sections carefully and follow their instructions.
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Kemppi Minarc is a manual metal arc welding machine, small in size, suitable
for industry, site and repair welding. The unit uses one phase connection
voltage and it is manufactured for two different mains voltages: 230 V (Minarc
150) and 110 V (Minarc 151).
Minarc tolerates a great fluctuation of input voltage and is thus suitable for
work on sites using generator as well as to be used with long power cables.
Inverter technology has been used when designing the unit. Power regulation in
power source is done with IGBT transistors. Welding and earth cables are
supplied with the unit. They are equipped with suitable connections for the
unit electrode holder, earth clamps and connections.
Minarc can also be used for TIG welding. TIG arc is started by scratching.
Ordering numbers of additional equipment for TIG welding can be found in
chapter 5. Ordering numbers.
MInarc 150VRD is equipped with so called Voltage Reduction Device (VRD)
function. VRD maintains open circuit voltage under 35 V.
Minarc 150AU and 120AU for mains voltages 240 V and with VRD function are on market only for Australia and New Sealand.
BEFORE YOU START USING THE UNIT
UNPACKING
The equipment is packed in durable packages, designed specially for them. Nevertheless, always before using the equipment, make sure it was not damaged during transportation. Also check that you have received what you ordered and that there are instructions for it. NOTE! The packaging material of the products is suitable for recycling.
PLACING THE UNIT
Place the unit on horizontal, solid and clean surface. Shield it from heavy rain and scorching sun. Make sure that cooling air circulates freely.
SERIAL NUMBER
Serial number of the unit is marked on the rating plate of the unit. The serial number makes it possible to trace product manufacturing series. You might need the serial number when placing spare parts orders or when planning maintenance.
MAIN COMPONENTS
Connect welding cable and earth cable to their connections on the power source. Mains cable and wall plug are already installed. (Note! Minarc 151 (110 V) is delivered without a plug).
Parts of the unit
1. Body of machine
2. Main power switch
3. Selector switch for welding process
4. Welding current regulator| 5. Signal light machine ‘ON’, (VRD: ‘VRD safe
ON’).
6. Signal light for overheating
7. Electrode holder and welding cable
8. Earth cable and clamp
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DISTRIBUTION NETWORK
All regular electrical devices without special circuits generate harmonic currents into distribution network. High rates of harmonic current may cause losses and disturbance to some equipment.
Minarc 150, 150 VDR, 120 AU, 150 AU
WARNING: This equipment does not comply with IEC 61000-3-12. If it is
connected to a public low voltage system, it is the responsibility of the
installer or user of the equipment to ensure, by consultation with the
distribution network operator if necessary, that the equipment may be
connected. Does not apply to model Minarc 151.
CONNECTING TO POWER SUPPLY MAINS
The unit has a mains cable and a wall plug (Note! Minarc 151 (110 V) is delivered without a plug). You can find fuse and cable sizes in the end of these instructions in Technical data.
FILLER MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
See also 2.4 Main components. You can use all electrodes intended for welding with DC. Suitable electrode sizes for the unit are listed in the end of these instructions in Technical data.
- Use welding specifications given on electrode package.
- Check that you have selected the correct welding process before starting to weld.
- Check that welding cable and earth cable connections are tight. If a connection is slack, it will result in voltage drop that will cause the connection to heat.
- Mount the electrode firmly in holder.
USE
NOTE! It is forbidden to weld in places where there is a danger of fire or explosion!
WELDING PROCESSES
Manual Metal Arc welding (MMA)
In manual metal arc (MMA) the welding filler material is melted from the electrode to the weld pool. Rate of welding current is selected on the basis of electrode size used and welding position. Arc forms between electrode tip and welding piece. The melting electrode coating forms gas and slag, which protects the weld pool. Slag solidified over the weld is removed after welding e.g. with a chipping hammer.
TIG welding
In DC TIG welding, the arc between tungsten electrode and the welding piece melts the welding piece, thus forming a weld pool. Arc and electrode are shielded by an inert shielding gas (Argon). If necessary, filler is used. Filler wire is fed into the weld pool from the outside of the arc. The filler wire and the welding current level are decided according to the base material type and thickness, joint form and welding position.
OPERATING FUNCTIONS
See also 2.4. Main components and 3.4. Welding selections.
1. The machine ‘ON’ indicator light, (VRD: ‘VRD safe ON’)
2. Welding process selecting switch
3. Welding current adjuster| 4. Signal light for overheating
5. Suitable electrodes; reference values for welding current
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Main switch and signal light
When you turn the main switch to position I, signal light is lit and the unit
is ready for welding. Signal light is always on, when the unit is connected to
the mains and the main switch is in position I.
NOTE! Always start and stop the machine from the main switch, never use
the plug as a switch!
Signal light VRD safe ON (1)
The machine is equipped with an OCV reduction circuit. The ‘VRD safe ON’ light
is lit when the circuit is activated and the unit is in working order.
Welding process selector, MMA / TIG
Switch is used for selecting either MMA or TIG welding, depending on welding
target.
VRD: When you have switched the unit to TIG welding, VRD is constantly active,
thus reducing terminal voltage to 30 V. This facilitates arc cut-off when you
stop welding.
Regulating welding current
Welding current rate is regulated steplessly with an adjusting potentiometer.
Signal light for overheating
A yellow signal light of overheating is lit, when thermostat has tripped due
to the unit’s overheating. Fan will cool the unit and after the signal light
goes off, the unit is again ready for welding.
WELDING SELECTIONS
Manual Metal Arc welding (MMA)
Select welding parameters according to filler manufacturer’s recommendations.
- Select polarity (+ or -) of welding current cable and return current cable according to filler.
- Select MMA welding with the switch ****.
- Select suitable welding current by adjusting potentiometer.
DC TIG welding
Select welding parameters according to filler manufacturer’s recommendations.
- Connect TIG torch to – pole and earth cable to + pole
- Select TIG welding with the switch .
- Select suitable welding current by adjusting potentiometer.
WELDING SELECTIONS
NOTE! Welding fumes may be dangerous to your health, see that there is ample ventilation during welding! Never look at the arc without face shield made for arc welding! Protect yourself and your surroundings from the arc and hot spatter!
Earthing
If possible, always fix earth cable clamp directly on the welding piece.
- Clean connection surface of earth clamp from paint and rust.
- Connect the clamp carefully so that contact surface is as large as possible.
- Finally check that the clamp sits tight.
Welding
See also 3.1. Welding processes and 3.4. Welding selections.
NOTE! It is recommended that you try welding and rate of welding current first on something else than the actual workpiece.
You can start welding after having made the necessary selections. Arc is lit
by scratching the welding piece with electrode. Length of arc is regulated by
holding electrode tip at a suitable distance from welding piece. Suitable arc
length is usually about half the diameter of the electrode core wire. When arc
is lit move the electrode slowly forwards tilting it to appr. 10-15° pulling
angle. If necessary, adjust current value.
Shielding gas is used in DC TIG welding. Your dealer will give you advice on
choosing gas and equipment. Open the gas valve on the TTM 15V TIG torch. When
gas starts to flow, arc is lit by lightly scratching work piece with the tip
of the tungsten electrode. When arc is lit, its length is regulated by holding
the tip of the tungsten electrode at a suitable distance from the work piece.
Move the torch forwards from the starting point, usually in appr. 10-15°
pushing angle forwards. If necessary, regulate current rate. Stop welding by
lifting the torch off the welding piece and by closing the gas valve on the
torch.
NOTE! Always fix the gas cylinder so that it stays steadily in upright position either in specially made wall rack or cylinder trolley. Always close the cylinder valve after having finished welding.
STORING
Store the unit in a clean and dry place. Shield it from rain, and in temperatures exceeding +25° C from direct exposure to sun.
MAINTENANCE
NOTE! Be careful when handling electrical cables!
In maintaining the unit, take into consideration the rate of use and the
environment it is used in. When the unit is used properly and serviced
regularly, you will avoid unnecessary disturbances in use and production.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
Perform the following maintenance daily:
- Clean electrode holder and TIG torch’s gas nozzle. Replace damaged or worn parts.
- Check TIG torch’s electrode. Replace or sharpen, if necessary.
- Check tightness of welding and earth cables connections.
- Check condition of mains and welding cables and replace damaged cables.
- See that there is enough space in front of and back of the unit for ventilation.
TROUBLESHOOTING
| Problem | Cause |
|---|---|
| The machine ‘ON’ indicator light will not light up | No electricity |
connected to the machine
• Check the mains supply fuses.
• Check the mains cable and plug.
Poor welding result| Several factors affect the welding quality.
• Check that the earthing clamp is firmly attached, the point of attachment is
clean and that the cable and its connectors are intact.
• Check that the shielding gas flows out of the torch tip.
• Check that the electric voltage is not irregular or too low/high.
Overheating indicator lit| The device has overheated.
• Ensure that cooling air has unrestricted flow.
• If the machine’s duty cycle has been exceeded, wait for indicator to turn
off.
• Too low or high supply voltage.
If the machine’s malfunction is not eliminated with these measures, contact KEMPPI service.
DISPOSAL
Do not dispose of electrical equipment with normal waste! In observance of European Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment, and its implementation in accordance with national law, electrical equipment that has reached the end of its life must be collected separately and taken to an appropriate environmentally responsible recycling facility. The owner of the equipment is obliged to deliver a decommissioned unit to a regional collection centre, per the instructions of local authorities or a Kemppi representative. By applying this European Directive you will improve the environment and human health.
ORDERING NUMBERS
| Item | Ordering number |
|---|---|
| Minarc 150 welding machine (includes earth- and welding cables) | 6102150 |
| Minarc 150 welding machine (Denmark) (includes earth- and welding cables) |
6102150DK
Minarc 151 welding machine (includes earth- and welding cables)| 6101151
Minarc 120AU welding machine (includes earth- and welding cables)| 6102120AU
Minarc 150AU welding machine (includes earth- and welding cables)| 6102150AU
Minarc 150VRD welding machine (includes earth- and welding cables)| 6102150VRD
Earth cable and clamp| 6184015
Welding cable and electrode holder| 6184005
Carrying strap| 9592162
Optional: TIG torch TTM15V, 4 m| 6271432
TECHNICAL DATA
| Minarc 150, 150 VRD| Minarc 151
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Connection voltage 1 ~ phase 50/60 Hz| 230 V ± 15 %| 110 V ± 15 %
Rated power at max. current
35 % ED MMA| 140 A/7.5 kVA| 140 A/7.5 kVA
100 % ED MMA| 100 A/5.1 kVA| 100 A/5.1 kVA
35 % ED TIG| 150 A/5.0 kVA| 150 A/5.0 kVA
100 % ED TIG| 110 A/3.3 kVA| 110 A/3.3 kVA
Supply current
35 % ED I1max| 27 A| 59 A
100 % ED I1eff| 16 A| 39 A
Connection cable| H07RN-F, 3G2.5 (2.5 mm2, 3 m)| H07RN-F, 3G6 (6 mm2, 2 m)
Fuse (delayed)| 16 A| 32 A
Welding range
MMA| 10 A/20.5 V – 140 A/25.6 V| 10 A/20.5 V – 140 A/25.6 V
TIG| 5 A/10 V – 150 A/16 V| 5 A/10 V – 150 A/16 V
Welding current control| stepless| stepless
Open circuit voltage| 85 V, (VRD 30 V)| 85 V
Idle power| <10 W| <10 W
Power factor at 100% ED| 0,60| 0,60
Efficiency at 100% ED| 80%| 80%
Stick electrodes| ø 1.5–3.25 mm| ø 1.5–3.25 mm
External dimensions LxWxH| 320x123x265 mm| 320x123x265 mm
Weight without connection cable| 4.0 kg| 4.4 kg
Weight with connection cable| 4.6 kg| 5.2 kg
Temperature class| B (130° C)| B (130° C)
Operating temperature range| -20…+40° C| -20…+40° C
Storage temperature range| -40…+60° C| -40…+60° C
Degree of protection| IP23S| IP23S
EMC class| A| A
Norms| EN/IEC 60974-1| EN/IEC 60974-1
| EN/IEC 60974-10| EN/IEC 60974-10
| Minarc 120AU| Minarc 150AU
Connection voltage 1 ~ phase 50/60 Hz| 240 V + 10 % … – 20 %| 240 V + 10 % … –
20 %
Rated power at max. current
ED MMA| 50 %, 110 A/5.5 kVA| 35 %, 140 A/7.5 kVA
ED MMA| 100 %, 80 A/3.9 kVA| 100 %, 100 A/5.1 kVA
ED TIG| 50 %, 120 A/3.5 kVA| 35 %, 150 A/5.0 kVA
ED TIG| 100 % ,80 A/2.2 kVA| 100 %, 110 A/3.3 kVA
Supply current
35 % ED I1max| 20 A| 26 A
100 % ED I1eff| 12:00 AM| 15 A
Connection cable| H07RN-F, 3G1.5 (1.5 mm2, 3 m)| H07RN-F, 3G6 (2.5 mm2, 2 m)
Fuse (delayed)| 10:00 AM| 15 A
Welding range
MMA| 10 A/20.5 V – 110 A/24.4 V| 10 A/20.5 V – 140 A/25.6 V
TIG| 5 A/10 V – 120 A/15 V| 5 A/10 V – 150 A/16 V
Welding current control| stepless| stepless
Open circuit voltage| 30 V| 30 V
Idle power| <30 W| <30 W
Power factor 100% ED| 0.6| 0,60
Efficiency 100% ED| 80%| 80%
Stick electrodes| Ø 1.5–2.5 mm| Ø 1.5–3.25 mm
External dimensions LxWxH| 320x123x265 mm| 320x123x265 mm
Weight without connection cable| 4.0 kg| 4.0 kg
Weight with connection cable| 4.6 kg| 4.6 kg
Temperature class| B (130° C)| B (130° C)
Operating temperature range| -20…+40° C| -20…+40° C
Storage temperature range| -40…+60° C| -40…+60° C
Degree of protection| IP23S| IP23S
EMC class| A| A
Norms| AS 1674.2| AS 1674.2
| AS/NZS 3652| AS/NZS 3652
| WTIA Tech note 22| WTIA Tech note 22
| EN/IEC 60974-1| EN/IEC 60974-1
| EN/IEC 60974-10| EN/IEC 60974-10